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Automotive Cooling System Quiz

Total questions: 42

Worksheet time: 21mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is not a true statement about the functions of an engine cooling system?

a)

A. It provides a means of warming the passenger compartment.

b)

B. It removes engine heat.

c)

C. It keeps the engine from reaching operating temperature too quickly.

d)

D. It maintains a proper engine operating temperature.

2.

The temperature of the combustion flames can reach ____°F.

a)

A. 2600

b)

B. 3200

c)

C. 3900

d)

D. 4500

3.

An electric engine fan is controlled by ____.

a)

A. the timing belt

b)

B. an engine speed sensor

c)

C. a thermo switch

d)

D. a pressure sensor

4.

Typical radiator cap pressure in an automotive cooling system is ____ psi.

a)

A. 7–10

b)

B. 12–16

c)

C. 18–20

d)

D. 20–26

5.

The correct coolant/antifreeze mixture for use in most vehicles is ____.

a)

A. pure ethylene glycol

b)

B. 25% antifreeze/75% water

c)

C. 50% antifreeze/50% water

d)

D. pure water

6.

Each of the following is a likely location for a heat-sensitive switch used to control an electric cooling fan, except the ____.

a)

A. radiator

b)

B. engine block

c)

C. heater core

d)

D. thermostat housing

7.

What is a frequent cause of freeze plug failure that allows a coolant leak to develop?

a)

A. Metal fatigue.

b)

B. Rusting.

c)

C. Engine vibration.

d)

D. Overheating.

8.

Technician A says a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water is commonly used to provide protection for most weather conditions. Technician B says that minimum coolant strength should be several degrees lower than the lowest normal temperature for the climate of the area. Who is right?

a)

A. A only.

b)

B. B only.

c)

C. Both A and B.

d)

D. Neither A nor B.

9.

Which of the following is not a method used to cool an HV battery pack in a hybrid vehicle?

a)

A. Air cooling.

b)

B. Heat sink.

c)

C. Electric fan.

d)

D. Liquid cooling.

10.

While discussing thermostat service, Technician A says a stuck thermostat can cause engine overcooling. Technician B says a stuck thermostat can cause engine overheating. Who is right?

a)

A. A only.

b)

B. B only.

c)

C. Both A and B.

d)

D. Neither A nor B.

11.

Some cooling systems can use plain water instead of antifreeze.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

One of the functions of antifreeze is to lubricate the water pump.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Liquid cooling systems are the most common for passenger cars.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

A block heater is often used on diesel engines to aid winter starting.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

The radiator's primary function is to store engine heat.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Air cooling systems circulate fresh air through internal engine passages to carry away engine heat.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Open cooling systems are no longer used on vehicles.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

A molded radiator hose fits only a specific year and make of vehicle.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

The worm drive hose clamp is seldom used in cooling systems.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

High thermostat heat ranges are used in modern vehicles to reduce exhaust emissions.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

A flex fan alters airflow in response to engine speed.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Aluminum in the cooling system can be corroded by some types of antifreeze.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Manufacturers recommend changing antifreeze every three years.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

A radiator cap should never be removed when the engine is hot.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Overcooling seldom causes problems other than slow delivery of heat to the passenger compartment.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

When pressure-testing a cooling system, a pressure of at least 25 psi should be developed to pinpoint leaks.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

If the cooling fan can be wiggled up and down, the water pump will probably need replacement.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

Combustion leakage into the cooling system can form acids that attack the radiator and other components.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

If an apparently defective temperature gauge works properly when grounded, the sending unit should be replaced.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Supercharger cooling systems often operate at much higher pressures and temperatures than engine cooling systems.

a)

True

b)

False

31.

A fluid coupling fan clutch is designed to ___________________________ at higher speeds.

a)

slip

b)

engage

c)

accelerate

d)

decelerate

32.

The thermostat ___________________________ is the temperature at which it opens to permit coolant flow.

a)

rating

b)

level

c)

point

d)

threshold

33.

___________________________ cooling is often used on high-performance cars, since it can provide a more uniform engine temperature.

a)

Electric

b)

Water

c)

Air

d)

Reverse Flow

34.

An electric water pump uses an impeller and a large ___________________________ motor to force coolant through the cooling system.

a)

DC

b)

hydraulic

c)

pneumatic

d)

combustion

35.

Oil turns a milky white color when ___________________________ and water mixes with it.

a)

antifreeze

b)

heated

c)

frozen

d)

transmission fluid

36.

A hot ___________________________ and pan of water can be used to test a thermostat for proper opening.

a)

thermometer

b)

microwave

c)

oven

d)

plate

37.

Cooling system ___________________________ will remove rust and other contaminants.

a)

flushing

b)

fill

c)

drain

d)

replace

38.

Grinding and chattering noises are indications that the ___________________________ is badly worn.

a)

water pump

b)

gear

c)

belt

d)

shaft

39.

A combustion leak will turn the fluid in the block tester from blue to ___________________________.

a)

yellow

b)

red

c)

green

d)

purple

40.

A missing fan shroud can cause engine ___________________________.

a)

overheating

b)

stalling

c)

reduced power

d)

increased fuel consumption

41.

Identify the cooling system component marked B on the diagram

a)

Filler cap

b)

Water pump

c)

Inlet radiator hose

d)

Coolant reservoir tank

e)

Thermostat

42.

Identify the component labeled F of the cooling system shown in this illustration.

a)

Thermostat housing gasket

b)

Thermostat

c)

Sensor wire

d)

Upper radiator hose

e)

Temperature sensor